Online Class: Proofreading and Copyediting 101

Become a Skilled Proofreader or Copyeditor If you're looking for a new career path or if you're a writer who wants to improve your writing skills, learning how to proofread and copyedit with our easy to follow, in-depth course, may be just what you need. Learning these specialized skills will help improve your overall writing ability and may provide a career path that is both lucrative and in high demand.

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  • 14
    Lessons
  • 15
    Exams &
    Assignments
  • 0
    Students
    have taken this course
  • 5
    Hours
    average time
  • 0.5
    CEUs
 
 
 

Course Description

Become a Skilled Proofreader or Copyeditor
 
If you're looking for a new career path or if you're a writer who wants to improve your writing skills, learning how to proofread and copyedit with our easy to follow, in-depth course, may be just what you need.  Learning these specialized skills will help improve your overall writing ability and may provide a career path that is both lucrative and in high demand.  In today's world, proofreaders and copyeditors are sought after not only in the corporate environment and Internet-related ventures, but also by start-up companies, small businesses, and entrepreneurs. Freelance proofreading jobs are bountiful, and many companies offer work-from-home opportunities as an additional benefit.
 
This online course will cover:
  • Exactly what proofreading and copyediting will entail.
  • The tools you need to be an efficient proofreader or copyeditor.
  • The basic skills you need to learn, taught to you in an easy-to-understand manner.
  • Step-by-step instruction on how to proofread or copyedit.
  • How to apply your newly learned skills. 
  • Tips to make you a professional proofreader or copyeditor with just a little practice.
  • How to proofread and copyedit different kinds of writing such as fiction, blogs and articles.
  • How to proofread and copyedit your own work.
  • How to secure employment as a proofreader or copyeditor.
  • How to start your own proofreading or copyediting business upon completion of the course.
  • Current salary information.
  • Practice exercises to implement your new skills.
This course is designed for everyone, regardless of education, experience, or background.  No matter who you are or what you want to achieve in life, gaining proofreading and copyediting skills will improve your written communications, help you think more clearly, and perhaps start you on the road to a brand new career.
 
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  • Completely Online
  • Self-Paced
  • 6 Months to Complete
  • 24/7 Availability
  • Start Anytime
  • PC & Mac Compatible
  • Android & iOS Friendly
  • Accredited CEUs
Universal Class is an IACET Accredited Provider
 
 

Course Lessons

Lesson 1. Introduction to Proofreading and Copyediting

8 Points
This lesson describes how you can use proofreading and copyediting skills in your career.
  • Lesson 1 Video
  • Assessment: Lesson 1 Exam

Lesson 2. The Use of Style Sheets and Style Guides in Proofreading and Copyediting

10 Points
This lesson defines style guides and sheets and demonstrates their importance in copyediting and proofreading.
  • Lesson 2 Video
  • Assessment: Lesson 2 Exam

Lesson 3. Finding the Appropriate Style Guides

9 Points
This lesson explains different style guides available and their importance in relation to the content you are proofreading.
  • Lesson 3 Video
  • Assessment: Lesson 3 Exam

Lesson 4. How to Create and Use a Style Sheet

10 Points
This lesson describes how to create and use a style sheet as a copyeditor or proofreader.
  • Lesson 4 Video
  • Assessment: Lesson 4 Exam

Lesson 5. Proofreaders' Marks and How They Are Used to Copyedit and Proofread

9 Points
This lesson describes what proofreaders' marks are and how to use them to copyedit or proofread bodies of work.
  • Lesson 5 Video
  • Assessment: Lesson 5 Exam

Lesson 6. Your Job as a Proofreader

9 Points
This lesson outlines the tasks performed by a proofreader.
  • Lesson 6 Video
  • Assessment: Lesson 6 Exam

Lesson 7. How to Proofread

9 Points
Learn how to be an efficient and capable proofreader.
  • Lesson 7 Video
  • Review 5 Practice Worksheets
  • Assessment: Lesson 7 Exam

Lesson 8. Proofreading Practice

9 Points
This lesson contains proofreading practice exercises and assignments.
  • Lesson 8 Video
  • Review 4 Practice Worksheets
  • Assessment: Lesson 8 Exam

Lesson 9. The Job of a Copyeditor

10 Points
This lesson defines the individual tasks that a copyeditor completes when editing a body of work.
  • Lesson 9 Video
  • Assessment: Lesson 9 Exam

Lesson 10. How to Copyedit

10 Points
Learn how to copyedit different types of content (copy). Additional tips on being an effective copyeditor.
  • Lesson 10 Video
  • Assessment: Lesson 10 Exam

Lesson 11. Copyediting Practice

7 Points
Practice being a copyeditor with these lesson assignments and exercises.
  • Lesson 11 Video
  • Assessment: Lesson 11 Exam

Lesson 12. How to Copyedit or Proofread Your Own Work

8 Points
Learn how to successfully copyedit and proofread your own work.
  • Lesson 12 Video
  • Assessment: Lesson 12 Exam

Lesson 13. Copyediting or Proofreading as a Career

6 Points
Know the skills and education required to work as a proofreader or copyeditor within a company or as a freelancer.
  • Lesson 13 Video
  • Assessment: Lesson 13 Exam

Lesson 14. Final Exam

48 Points
Final Exam
  • Assessment: Final Exam
162
Total Course Points